Teacher of English

Sandhurst School is a caring, inclusive and well-ordered community. Our aim is to provide all students with the opportunity to succeed, with a strong emphasis on achievement, encouragement and development of skills and qualities to be active, accomplished, knowledgeable, caring and self-sufficient in tomorrow’s ever changing world.

Teacher of English – from Easter 2023 or July 2023 for ECT

We are looking for a dynamic, talented teacher to join our English team from Easter or for an NQT who would be able to join us in July 2023. You will have a passion for learning and teaching in English together with the skills to inspire and motivate our students. 

Strong subject knowledge is essential and being able to teach up to and including A-level with the potential of teaching A-level Media would be desirable but not essential. You must hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree. The appointed candidate will be well supported by an excellent induction programme and access to excellent facilities for teaching and learning.

This is an excellent opportunity for an NQT or experienced teacher looking to make a difference to the lives of young people. You will join a friendly and supportive team which strives to ensure that all students enjoy their learning and surpass expectations of achievement. 

We have a highly experienced subject leaders, including mentors and subject specialists, all committed to supporting your career and developing your skills as a teacher. No matter what stage you are at or what job you do, we will support and develop your skills, with our Teaching School delivering outstanding courses for staff at every level, including NPQML, NPQSL, NPQH and beyond.

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Candidate Information Pack or contact the school. 

For more information, or to arrange a visit or a confidential discussion, please contact the school on 01344 775678 or by an email.

Completed applications should be submitted by 9.00am on Monday 6th March 2023

Interviews will take place: w/c 6th March 2023

Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and this job may be withdrawn at any point without notice. With this in mind, you are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

In November 2017 Ofsted reported that:

•  “The Headteacher, leaders and governors are committed to improving pupils’ life chances”
• “Pupils’ conduct is typically good and they treat one another with respect”
• “Pupils feel safe and are kept safe”
• “Pupils are well looked after and are provided with the opportunity to succeed”
• “Strong relationships exist between staff and pupils”

Employment is with Corvus Learning Trust and not Bracknell Forest Council. The trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is therefore not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome. Please accept that if you have not heard within three weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.

The Corvus Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all posts.